Cycling
Our cycling events are a great way to keep fit and use pedal power to raise funds.
And don't forget, we also have indoor and outdoor triathlons if you're up for the challenge of running and swimming too.
If no forthcoming events are listed below, please check back later - new events are added regularly.
Forthcoming events
1 & 2 June 2013
Sunderland
Ride through beautiful Herrington Park with your family or along Sunderland's extensive network of Cycle Routes.
- Contact
- Diabetes UK Northern & Yorkshire
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- http://www.sunderland.gov.uk/index.aspx?articleid=7717
A 200-mile bike ride following the eastern coastline of Northumberland, largely following the National Cycle Network Route 1, culminating in Edinburgh.
- Contact
- Northern & Yorkshire Office
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- Eight Point Two
Thursday 27 June 2013
Newcastle / Gateshead Quayside
Tyne 6 Bridges
This event is in its 2nd year and is part of the Virgin Money Cyclone Cycling Festival. There are two fantastic distances to choose from - 9.5km or 14.5km.
- Contact
- Northern & Yorkshire Office
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- Tyne 6 Bridges Challenge
Saturday 29 June
Newcastle
Registration for the this year's challenge is now open. Check out the Virgin Money website for further details. Choose from the 33, 63 or 104 mile routes.
- Contact
- Northern & Yorkshire Office
- Email
- northyorks@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01325 488606
- Website
- Virgin Money Cyclone
Brand new for 2013 – Ride UK 24 offers an extraordinary challenge: a testing 250 miles from Manchester to London against the clock in under 24 hours.
- Website
- www.rideuk24.com
Sunday 16th June 2013 9.30AM
Merthyr Tydfil College
Penry Street, Ynysfach
Merthyr Tydfil, CF48 1AR
CF47 8PA
Merthyr to Cardiff Centre bike ride
- Contact
- Joseph Cuff
- Email
- wales@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 02920668276
Saturday 22 June 2013
Isle of Arran
Come challenge yourself, friends or workmates, and be part of the action in the 2013 Arran Bike'n’Hike Challenge. Cycle 55 miles around the beautiful Isle of Arran, then, if you’re really up for a challenge, you can choose to climb the island's highest peak, Goat Fell, at 2867ft.
This is a unique event organised by GE Caledonian volunteers in aid of Diabetes UK Scotland, and funds raised from this event will go to support children's holidays.
Sign up now for the Arran Bike'n'Hike Challenge.
For more information:
- Contact
- Susan Williamson
- Email
- scotlandfundraising@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 0141 245 6380
Sunday 30 June 2013
Forest of Dean
Gloucestershire
Set within the stunning Forest of Dean, Gloucestershire. It is about 12 miles in length and is suitable for family groups.
There is also a more challenging section of 7 miles – for more advanced cyclists. It starts at 1100. Entry fee is £10, under 12s go free. Bikes can be hired on the day.
For more information contact the South West office.
- Contact
- South West Fundraising
- Email
- south.west@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01823 448 260
Sunday 7 July 2013
Rutland Water
Normanton Car Park
Nr Edith Weston
LE15 8HD
A fantastic day out with various routes of 6, 17 or 23 miles so you are sure to find something to suit for every member of the family!
- Contact
- Midlands Team
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614 500
Follow in the tracks of the Olympic greats by taking part in this new and exciting 100 mile cycle challenge.
- Contact
- Hannah Minnery
- Email
- hannah.minnery@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 020 7424 1000
Brand new for 2013 – Ride UK 24 offers an extraordinary challenge: a testing 300 miles from Newcastle to London against the clock in under 24 hours.
- Website
- www.rideuk24.com
Saturday 25 August 2013
Lough Neagh
We're looking for cycling enthusiasts (and novices too) to take part in the annual Lap the Lough challenge and raise vital funds for Diabetes UK Northern Ireland.
- Contact
- Naomi Brown
- Email
- nifundraising@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 028 9066 6646
- Website
- Lap the Lough
This exciting challenge links two of Europe's greatest cities and covers 300km in three days.
Are you the next Bradley Wiggins or Sir Chris Hoy? Escape the hustle and bustle of London, and take up this classic cycling challenge!
- Contact
- Sam Carney
- Email
- Fundraising.London@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 020 7424 1126
22 September 2013
Delamere Forest
Cheshire
CW8 2JD
Registration fee
Adults £7.00
Child £5.00
All participants will receive a Diabetes UK T-Shirt and goodie bag on the day.
- Contact
- Maria Roberts
- Email
- northwest.fundraising@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01925 644572
29th September 2013
Tittesworth Water (Start & Finish Point)
Meerbrook, Nr Leek
Staffordshire
ST13 8SW
A choice of two (25 miles and 50 miles) challenging routes that offer fantastic views of the Peak District National Park.
- Contact
- Midlands Team
- Email
- midlands@diabetes.org.uk
- Phone
- 01922 614500